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Director, Strategic Research & Evidence at World Vision Kenya
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Nairobi 🇰🇪 Kenya
Posted 4 days ago (2 Sep 2026) Deadline: 13 Sep 2026 Updated about 7 hours ago
Job Description
The Director will lead World Vision Kenya’s applied research and evidence generation function, overseeing the design, commissioning and synthesis of studies that inform program quality and policy. They will manage child‑data analytics, dashboards and data products, translating insights into strategic recommendations for senior leadership. The role also involves building university partnerships and guiding cross‑cultural virtual teams.
Qualifications & Requirements
- • MBA, MSc or MA (Master’s degree) in a relevant field
- PhD or Fellowship is a plus
- • Minimum 12 years of progressive experience in applied research, evidence synthesis and data analytics
Required Skills
Responsibilities
- • Lead applied research, evidence synthesis and child‑data insights across programmes
- • Commission and manage studies, evaluations and operational research projects
- • Translate research findings into actionable learning and strategic insight for senior leadership
- • Oversee analytics, dashboards and data‑product development within Child Data Analytics & Insights
- • Manage university partnerships and collaborative research initiatives
- • Ensure evidence informs programme quality, fundraising, policy influence and decision‑making
- • Lead virtual, matrixed and cross‑cultural teams and influence senior stakeholders